depurative
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of depurative
Example Sentences
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I have found bitartrate of potassium the most grateful and efficient saline for depurative action.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
These must be gotten rid of by depurative medicines.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
It would appear that the most valuable depurative method of treatment yet resorted to is by the careful use of the Roman bath.
From Cattle and Their Diseases Embracing Their History and Breeds, Crossing and Breeding, And Feeding and Management; With the Diseases to which They are Subject, And The Remedies Best Adapted to their Cure by Robert Jennings
It is therefore proper that in this large majority of cases of remittent fever depurative treatment should be conjoined with the specific treatment.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
The indications for depurative treatment are jaundiced skin and eyes, furred tongue, costive bowels, and scanty, loaded urine.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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